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Study, obey, and prepare to teach the Word of God.
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Undergraduate Certificate · Focused preparation
Bible and Ministry Certificate
Pursue advanced Bible studies and ministry training with room to focus your preparation in Christian ministry or biblical studies.
CredentialUndergraduate Certificate
Typical length2 years
Total program60 credits
FormatIn person
Formation for life and service
Built for more than the classroom.
Connect biblical knowledge to real ministry, meaningful relationships, and the places God is preparing you to serve.
Know Scripture. Grow in Christ. Serve wherever God calls.
What you’ll carry forward
A clear path from learning to service.
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Develop critical-thinking skills grounded in a biblical worldview.
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Grow in Christlike character and relational ministry skills.
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Serve effectively in the local church and diverse ministry contexts.
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BIBLE AND MINISTRY CERTIFICATE
The two-year Bible and Ministry Certificate provides advanced ministry training for students looking for a deeper foundation in Scripture and ministry training. Students have the option to select a particular area of specialization by taking Christian Ministry or Biblical Studies emphasis courses (see B.A. Emphases).
PURPOSE
The Bible and Ministry Certificate provides advanced biblical studies and ministry training in preparation for a life of faithful ministry within the Church and community.
OBJECTIVES
In addition to the objectives of the Bible Certificate (1 year), the Bible and Ministry Certificate (2 years) equips students to
Study, obey, and prepare to teach the Word of God.
Acquire the essential critical thinking skills necessary for building a biblical worldview. • Grow in appreciation of Christ’s character.
Develop relational skills to evangelize and disciple people in diverse cultural contexts. • Serve in a ministry role within the local church.
Write, research, and think cogently.
Program Requirements(60 Credits)
Biblical Studies(18 Credits)
- BI-BS1101 Inductive Bible Study** (3 Credits)
- BI-NT1101 New Testament Survey** (3 Credits)
- BI-NT2101 Life of Christ** (3 Credits)
- BI-OT1101 Old Testament Survey I** (3 Credits)
- BI-OT1102 Old Testament Survey II** (3 Credits)
- BI-TH1101 Faith Foundations** (3 Credits)
Christian Ministry(15 Credits)
- CM-CD1101 Biblical Living** (3 Credits)
- CM-CD1201 Defending the Faith (3 Credits)
- CM-CD1102 Global Missions** (3 Credits)
- CM-CD1301 Bible Teaching** (3 Credits)
- CM-WA1101 Theology & Practice of Worship** (3 Credits)
General Education(15 Credits)
- GE-CM2101 Intercultural Communication (3 Credits)
- GE-EN1101 College Composition I (3 Credits)
- GE-EN1102 College Composition II (3 Credits)
- GE-PH2101 Introduction to Philosophy (3 Credits)
- GE-SS2101 Social Structures: Marriage and Family (3 Credits)
Electives(12 Credits)
__________ Biblical Studies or Christian Ministry (3 Credits) __________ Biblical Studies or Christian Ministry (3 Credits) __________ Biblical Studies or Christian Ministry (3 Credits) __________ Biblical Studies or Christian Ministry (3 Credits)
Christian Ministry Training: 4 Semesters
** Indicates a “core” course in which a grade of C or better is required for graduation.
DEGREE SEQUENCE
| Fall Freshmen Year | ||
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| 3 | BI-BS1101 | Inductive Bible Study** |
| 3 | BI-OT1101 | Old Testament Survey I ** |
| 3 | BI-TH1101 | Faith Foundations ** |
| 3 | BI-NT1101 | New Testament Survey ** |
| 3 | GE-EN1101 | College Composition I |
| Spring Freshman Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3 | CM-CD1301 | Biblical Living ** |
| 3 | CM-CD1201 | Defending the Faith ** |
| 3 | CM-IM1101 | Introduction to Global Missions ** |
| 3 | CM-CD1301 | Bible Teaching ** |
| 3 | GE-EN1102 | College Composition II |
| Fall Sophomore Year | ||
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| 3 | BI or CM | Bible or Ministry Elective |
| 3 | BI-OT1102 | Old Testament Survey II ** |
| 3 | BI or CM | Bible or Ministry Elective |
| 3 | GE-PH2101 | Introduction to Philosophy |
| 3 | GE-SS2101 | Social Structures: Marriage and Family |
| Spring Sophomore Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3 | BI-NT1101 | Life of Christ** |
| 3 | BI or CM | Bible or Ministry Elective |
| 3 | BI or CM | Bible or Ministry Elective |
| 3 | CM-WA1101 | Theology & Practice of Worship ** |
| 3 | GE-CM2101 | Intercultural Communication |
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